Halal One Pot Turkish Lentil Red Pepper Soup

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1-2 carrots, chopped
• 1-2 red bell peppers, chopped (or roasted for depth)
• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
• 4-5 cups vegetable broth or water
• 1-2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp paprika, Aleppo pepper or red flakes to taste
• Salt, pepper, lemon wedges
• Optional mint or parsley garnish

1. 1Sauté onion, carrots, and peppers in oil. Add tomato paste and spices; cook 2 minutes.
2. 2Add lentils and broth. Simmer 25-30 minutes until lentils break down.
3. 3Blend for smoothness if desired. Serve with lemon, croutons, or a drizzle of oil.

Nutrition values are estimates.